Material Safety Data Sheet
Ammonium hydroxide water solution, >/= 14N NH4OH (>/= 25% as ammonia, NH3)
ACC# 00211
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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: Ammonium hydroxide water solution, >/= 14N NH4OH (>/= 25% as ammonia,
NH3)
Catalog Numbers:
AC205840000, AC205840010, AC205840025, AC205840050, AC255210000,
AC255210010, AC255210025, AC255210051, AC423300000, AC423300250, 42330-0025,
42330-5000, A667-212, A667-212LC, A669-212, A669-212LC, A669-385LB,
A669-500, A669-500LC, A669-612GAL, A669C-212, A669C-212LC, A669J-500,
A669S-212, A669S-212LC, A669S-500, A669S212EA, SCH1143
Synonyms:
Ammonium hydrate; Ammonia solution; Ammonia water; Aqueous ammonia;
Aqua ammonia.
Company Identification:
Fisher Scientific
1 Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information, call: 201-796-7100
Emergency Number: 201-796-7100
For CHEMTREC assistance, call: 800-424-9300
For International CHEMTREC assistance, call: 703-527-3887
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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| CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
| 7732-18-5 |
Water |
| 231-791-2 |
| 7664-41-7 |
Ammonia |
>/= 25 | 231-635-3 |
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Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: clear, colorless liquid.
Danger! Toxic if inhaled. Causes burns by all
exposure routes. Harmful if swallowed. May cause pulmonary edema.
Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
Target Organs: Blood, kidneys, heart, central
nervous system, liver, respiratory system, gastrointestinal system,
eyes, skin.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye burns. Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow
of tears).
Skin:
Causes skin burns. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. Causes
throat constriction, vomiting, convulsions, and shock.
Inhalation:
Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. Toxic if inhaled.
May produce cardiac failure and pulmonary edema. May cause central
nervous system effects.
Chronic:
May cause liver and kidney damage. Laboratory experiments have
resulted in mutagenic effects. Chronic exposure may cause blood
effects. Animal studies have reported the development of tumors.
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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid imme
diately.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing
and shoes.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. Get medical aid immediately. Call a poison
control center.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing
is difficult, give oxygen. SPEED IS ESSENTIAL, OBTAIN MEDICAL AID
IMMEDIATELY. Do not use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if victim
ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration
with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other
proper respiratory medical device.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water
spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Contact with metals may
evolve flammable hydrogen gas. Containers may explode when heated.
Approach fire from upwind to avoid hazardous vapors and toxic
decomposition products. Ammonium hydroxide itself is
non-combustible. However concentrated ammonia solutions may give off
ammonia vapours. Ammonia gas is generally not considered a serious
fire or explosion hazard because ammonia/air mixtures are difficult
to ignite. A relatively high concentration of ammonia gas must be
present in order for ignition to occur. However, a large and intense
energy source may cause ignition and/or explosion in a confined
space.
Extinguishing Media:
Use extinguishing media most appropriate for the surrounding fire.
Flash Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 3; Flammability: 0; Instability: 0
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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
then place in suitable container. Wear a self contained breathing
apparatus and appropriate personal protection. (See Exposure
Controls, Personal Protection section). Provide ventilation. Evacuate
unnecessary personnel. Do not let this chemical enter the
environment.
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Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or
inhale. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store in direct sunlight. Store
in a tightly closed container. Corrosives area.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use only under a
chemical fume hood.
Exposure Limits
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
| Water
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none listed
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none listed
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none listed
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| Ammonia
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25 ppm TWA; 35 ppm STEL
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25 ppm TWA; 18 mg/m3 TWA 300 ppm IDLH
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50 ppm TWA; 35 mg/m3 TWA
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| Ammonium hydroxide
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none listed
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none listed
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none listed
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
Water:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Ammonia:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Ammonium hydroxide:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
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Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: clear, colorless
Odor: strong odor - ammonia-like
pH: 13.6
Vapor Pressure: 557 mm Hg @ 21 deg C
Vapor Density: 0.59 (air=1)
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 27 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point:-69 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density:0.89
Molecular Formula:NH4OH
Molecular Weight:35.04
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, excess heat, confined spaces.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, acids, acrolein, halogens, mercury,
hypochlorite, silver nitrate, acrylic acid, dimethyl sulfate, silver
oxide.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Nitrogen oxides (NOx) and ammonia (NH3).
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 7732-18-5:
ZC0110000
CAS# 7664-41-7:
BO0875000
CAS# 1336-21-6:
BQ9625000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7732-18-5:
Oral, rat: LD50 =
>90 mL/kg;
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CAS# 7664-41-7:
Inhalation,
mouse: LC50 = 4230 ppm/1H;
Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 4600
mg/m3/2H;
Inhalation, rabbit: LC50
= 7 gm/m3/1H;
Inhalation, rat: LC50
= 2000 ppm/4H;
Inhalation, rat:
LC50 = 18600 mg/m3/5M;
Inhalation,
rat: LC50 = 7040 mg/m3/30M;
Skin,
rat: LD50 = 112000 mg/m3/15M;
Skin, rat: LD50 = 71900 mg/m3/30M;
Skin, rat: LD50 = 4840
mg/m3/60M;
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CAS# 1336-21-6:
Draize test,
rabbit, eye: 250 ug Severe;
Draize
test, rabbit, eye: 44 ug Severe;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 350 mg/kg;
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Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 7732-18-5:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 7664-41-7:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 1336-21-6:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology:
Tumorigenic effects have been reported in experimental
animals.
Teratogenicity:
No information found
Reproductive Effects:
No information found
Mutagenicity:
Mutagenic effects have occurred in experimental animals.
Neurotoxicity:
No information found
Other Studies:
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Section 12 - Ecological Information
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Ecotoxicity:
Fish: Rainbow trout: LC50 = 0.008 mg/L; 24 Hr.; UnspecifiedFish:
Fathead Minnow: LC50 = 8.2 mg/L; 96 Hr.; UnspecifiedFish:
Bluegill/Sunfish: LC50 = 0.024-0.093 mg/L; 48 Hr.;
UnspecifiedWater flea Daphnia: EC50 =0.66 mg/L; 48 Hr.; 22
degrees C
No data available.
Environmental:
No information available.
Physical:
No information available.
Other:
Do not empty into drains.
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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
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Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
| Shipping Name: |
AMMONIA SOLUTIONS |
AMMONIA SOLUTION |
| Hazard Class: |
8 |
8 |
| UN Number: |
UN2672 |
UN2672 |
| Packing Group: |
III |
III |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 7664-41-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 1336-21-6 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
CAS# 7664-41-7: 100 lb final RQ; 45.4 kg final RQ
CAS# 1336-21-6: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
CAS# 7664-41-7: 500 lb TPQ
SARA Codes
CAS # 1336-21-6: immediate, delayed.
Section 313
This material contains Ammonia
(CAS# 7664-41-7, >/= 25%),which is subject to the reporting
requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
CAS# 7664-41-7 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA.
CAS# 1336-21-6 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
CAS# 7664-41-7 is considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 7732-18-5 is not present on
state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
CAS# 7664-41-7 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey,
Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Massachusetts.
CAS# 1336-21-6 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey,
Pennsylvania, Massachusetts.
California Prop 65
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
C N
Risk Phrases:
R 34 Causes burns.
R 50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice.
S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face pr
otection.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
immediately (show the label where possible).
S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions
/safety data sheets.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available.
CAS# 7664-41-7: 2
CAS# 1336-21-6: 2
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7664-41-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 1336-21-6 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
This product has a WHMIS classification of D1B, E.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
CAS# 7664-41-7 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 1336-21-6 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
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Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 6/22/1999
Revision #18 Date: 9/11/2008
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